No one is exempt from hurts and hardships in life, The apostle Peter reminds us that this is especially true for God's people. Followers of Jesus can feel life's pain more deeply than others do, and there's good reason for this. Peter also reminds us that, although we may be sadder, we are, at the same time, happier. And there's, definitely, good reason for that!
This Sermon, we will learn that hard trials and deep joy are inextricably joined together in the Christian walk. We will also learn how, in even the most painful of times, how to experience a joy that surpasses human description.
Please read 1 Peter 1:1-9 as you prepare for this message
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